Rory Mcewing - Subaru Impreza WRX STi Type UK

TL;DR

1. Rory fulfilled his dream of owning a Subaru Impreza WRX STi Type UK Hawkeye.

2. The car has evolved through several looks, now perfected with air suspension and SSR SP1 wheels.

3. His clean, white Subaru still turns heads with its iconic boxer exhaust note and stance.

Rory Mcewing

Subaru Impreza WRX STi Type UK

Instagram: @rorymce 

Photographer: @lomotive_ukmedia

Chasing the Subaru Dream

I’ve always been hooked on Subarus. Since I was a kid, that classic blue-and-gold WRX STi look lived rent-free in my head. Rally stages, Gran Turismo, posters on my wall—it was the ultimate car to me. By 2015, I was seriously hunting for one.

That’s when this white Hawkeye WRX STi Type UK popped up for sale. You almost never see these in the UK, and I had never come across one in person before. Curiosity got the better of me, so I made the 200-mile trip to check it out.

The seller was just like me—passionate and meticulous about keeping the car in perfect shape. After seeing how well it had been cared for, I couldn’t walk away. Next thing I knew, the Subaru dream was mine.

Stock Beginnings and Early Mods

When I bought it, the car was completely stock, and I thought I’d keep it that way. My past cars—like a Yaris, Corsa, and Peugeot 207—had only seen small tweaks like lowering springs and splitters. But the WRX STi was different. Even bone stock, it had a raw energy and presence that those other cars could never match.

Over the years, though, I couldn’t resist personalizing it. The Impreza has worn a few different looks across the five years I’ve owned it, but the way it sits now is the best yet. Clean, aggressive, and timeless—I think this is the style I’ll stick with.

My Favourite Modification: Air Ride

The standout mod? Without question—air suspension.

This is my first car on air, and I’ve loved every second of it. Seeing people’s confused reactions when the Subaru “airs out” never gets old. Some don’t get it, but car people know—it’s all about the stance and that mix of practicality with show presence.

Add the distinctive Subaru boxer rumble to the equation, and this white WRX STi has become a real crowd-pleaser. Whether it’s at a local meet or just cruising down the road, it always grabs attention.

Exterior Highlights

• Airlift Performance suspension

• SSR SP1 polished wheels (fully rebuilt)

• Full Charge Speed style lip kit

• Custom rear diffuser

• Smoothed boot lid

• C-style headlights

The stance, the polished SSRs, and the subtle aero touches all come together for a clean yet aggressive look.

Interior Upgrades

• Bride and Takata seat setup

• Alcantara-wrapped A, B, C pillars and roof

• Black/grey STi interior swap (replacing blue)

• Rear bench removed for a sportier vibe

• Alpine audio with hidden amp

The interior now feels focused but still usable—exactly how I wanted it.

Living With the White Hawkeye

I’ve had this car in countless different styles, but now it feels complete. There isn’t much left on the to-do list—it’s everything I wanted from my Subaru dream.

Of course, I share plenty of updates and past looks on Instagram—@rorymce.

A Subaru Legacy That Never Fades

A stock WRX STi will always turn heads because of its sound alone, but when you pair that heritage with a stance setup, rare white paint, and thoughtful mods, it becomes something truly special.

Cars like this are why Subaru continues to have one of the most loyal fan bases in car culture. For more Subaru love, check out the first-ever Subaru issue of Modified Car Magazine—a milestone for us at Stance Auto: Subaru Special Edition.

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• Stance Auto Magazine July 2025 – worldwide modified cars.

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• Modified Car Magazine: The JDM Issue – for the purists of Japanese performance.

Author Bio

Paul Doherty is the founder and editor of Stance Auto Magazine, passionate about connecting drivers with their perfect cars. From car reviews to deep dives into automotive news, Paul leads a team dedicated to bringing the culture of stance and community builds to a global audience.

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